1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 555 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Honda S-MX (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 127 | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 127 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |